NON-FOOD GUT TOXINS We always talk about food. but what about everything else that gets in our gut that has the potential to damage it? the FIRST step of gut…
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Are you getting enough fiber? The recommended amount of dietary fiber is 14 g per 1000 calories. For most moderately active adults, that equals roughly 25-36 g per day. For…
Turmeric is everywhere these days. You can even order a Turmeric latte in some Starbucks and Whole Foods! So why exactly has is Turmeric so hot right now- does it…
Hi all! Check out my commentary published on Healthday.com on the downside of high-intensity exercise for your gut! Exercise is important– but don’t go overboard or else you can cause…
Bariatric surgery works for weight loss & diabetes. But what’s really behind the success? Gut hormones. Bariatric surgery is making headlines- just the other day the New York Times ran…
You’ve heard all about PRObiotics… but what about PREbiotics? First, let’s start with some definitions: adapted from http://fitandawesome.com PREbiotics= FIBER! Non-digestible (poorly-absorbed) fermentable carbohydrates that stimulate the growth/activity of beneficial colonic bacteria. All…
Gut Peace: De-stress Your Gut, De-stress You When you’re happy, your gut is happy. When your gut is happy, you’re happy. But when you’re stressed, your gut is also stressed….
What is a D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) and how can visceral osteopathy help you achieve digestive wellness? I chose to pursue my medical training in the osteopathic tradition…